44300 Saddlewood Ct Punta Gorda, FL 33982

Sleek, sunny, and energy-smart—this three-bedroom plus den, two-and-a-half-bath home with a 3-car garage offers tranquil pond views in the gated Crescent Lakes community of Babcock Ranch. Located on a 60-foot-wide lot with no nearby construction, this Meritage-built home features Platinum energy-efficient building practices, including advanced framing, spray foam insulation, sealed ducts, UV-blocking Low-E windows, and a multi-speed HVAC system for better air quality and lower utility bills. It also includes a Carrier AC unit with a newly installed Ultra Max Dual UV light kit and PGT storm impact windows throughout for added comfort and protection. Inside, you'll find LVP flooring in the living areas, 8-foot six-panel doors, remote-controlled ceiling fans, and window coverings. The gourmet kitchen offers quartz countertops, soft-close cabinets, a wall oven, and an upgraded dishwasher, with a screened-in lanai that invites you to enjoy the peaceful water views. Crescent Lakes residents enjoy a private community pool, pickleball courts, and a half basketball court—all with low HOA fees—plus full access to Babcock Ranch’s resort-style amenity pools, clubhouses, and miles of nature trails. Babcock Ranch is known for its unmatched storm resilience, thanks to solar-powered infrastructure, underground utilities, and advanced stormwater systems. Plus, the upcoming Shoppes at Yellow Pine—opening mid-2025—will bring new shopping and dining options just minutes away, including Ulta Beauty, Marshalls, Five Below, Ace Hardware, Five Guys, Panera Bread, Carvel Ice Cream, and Tampa General urgent care. Priced below builder offerings and move-in ready, this home delivers the perfect balance of comfort, efficiency, and lifestyle in one of Florida’s most innovative communities.